Leading specialist security provider Allegion UK has appointed Philip Hamilton as business development manager of its UK business to strengthen Allegion's new and existing business opportunities in the North.

Hamilton joins Allegion UK following 25 years in sales roles, with notable previous experience across a number of electronic security products manufacturers including Gardiner Technology as Area Sales Manager.

Here, he managed day-to-day running of the Birmingham branch whilst generating new business and developing existing customers. Since then, Hamilton has expanded on his knowledge and understanding of client-lead projects and formulating growth-plans for customer requirements.

At Allegion UK, Hamilton will play a key role in driving growth across the electronic access control, biometrics and hospitality product portfolio,working closely with key channel partners and distributors.

Marc Lengahan, commercial director of Allegion UK and Ireland, said, "It's a delight to be able to welcome Hamilton to the team as business development manager. Phil brings with him a wealth of experience in the electronic security market, and we're excited to see the innovative ideas he brings in his new role."

Hamilton commented, "I'm incredibly excited to be joining Allegion - a company that has both a positive growth strategy for the UK and a genuine passion for protecting property and keeping people safe.

"Allegion is a professional and organised company with core values that focus on improving the customer experience and providing unique solutions to various industries, backed up with quality products and forward-thinking ideas."

Allegion develops and manufactures a full range of door hardware and furniture, from door closers, locks, exit devices and levers through to fully integrated electronic access control solutions.

For more information on Allegion's door solutions portfolio, please go to www.allegion.co.uk